Feb 18, 2009 02:29 pm Try using ASIO if you're not.
try using ASIO4ALL if you've no ASIO drivers for your interface (soundcard).
get a better interface?
remove cpu stealing processes from memory.
don't run everything from 1 drive, if possible.
Upgrade from that klunky 486 =).
Seriously though, you don't mention anything about your setup, PC, interface, OS, etc. These all affect performance, so are relevant.